[CurlyDave]

Why are they doing anything?

Trump has 7 days to contest the idea of a recount. Counting anything before any objection can be heard and properly acted upon is putting him at a serious disadvantage.

[stylin19a]

If somehow, this election flips on the recount, Trump has 5 business to challenge the results. This takes Wisc. passed the 12/19/2016 vote by electors date and they don't want to do that. When you start messing with the deadline, you run into a 14th amendment equal protection issue.

How Does a Candidate or Petitioner Challenge the Results?

The candidate or petitioner has a right to appeal the recount determination in circuit court.

The appeal must be filed with the circuit court within five (5) business days of the completion of the recount in all counties concerned.

Notice must also be served in person or by certified mail on all other candidates and persons who filed a written notice of appearance before the board of canvassers.

If the recount affects a state or federal office or referendum, notice of the appeal must be served on the Wisconsin Elections Commission. See Wis. Stat. §§ 9.01(6), (7), (8), & 9.